Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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